Citizens of Basra, the third-largest city in Iraq, celebrated the opening yesterday of a central market that demonstrated a return of peace and prosperity to an area that until recently was a stronghold of Shiia militias.
Schools closed early as families from the Jameat district gathered with local dignitaries, investors and media to watch the ceremonial opening of the Jameat Market, Multinational Corps Iraq officials reported.
Operation Charge of the Knights, a citizens group that works to restore peace and security to Basra, was credited with opening the market...
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Monday, May 12, 2008
Markets, Schools, Businesses Demonstrate Peace, Prosperity in Iraqi City
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